1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 295 kg more than 1962 DAF Daffodil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 DAF Daffodil is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 DAF Daffodil. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF Daffodil | 1982 Honda Accord | |
Make | DAF | Honda |
Model | Daffodil | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |